Sound Analysis of Merlin

The clip begins with the use of non-digetic sounds which are very symphonic and eerie. It appears that the man is in a church like building which could suggest to the audience that the sounds are gospel-like. The volume then decreased and the digetic sound of the woman’s high heeled shoes hitting the floor then dominates the audience ears. It created tension as the slow walking could mean that she is creeping up on the man. The non-digetic sound then gets louder and louder and as he is fumbling around the table, sharp sounds are used to add tension and curiosity. From their dialogue the audience can understand they are British. When the man steps outside the non-digetic sound is no longer heard and digetic sounds of bells ringing, people walking and talking and animals making sounds. The light-hearted dialogue used between the main character and this “bully” takes the seriousness off of the scene but is immediately replaced when the bully goes to swing for him. Non-digetic sounds are then introduced; they are very typical of old-fashioned sword-fighting films. It is upbeat and the audience are kept on the edge of their seat.